The Buffalo Bills have picked up the fifth-year option for defensive end, Greg Rousseau. 

Greg Rousseau was an enticing 6’ 6”, 265 lbs defensive end out of the University of Miami. Rousseau was taken by the Bills in the first round of the 2021 NFL Draft at pick 30, ever since then, Rousseau has been a large contributor in the Bills defense.

Rousseau will make $13.4 million in 2025, the fifth-year, and will make $2.3 million this upcoming season, which is a part of his four year rookie contract.

In the 2023 regular season, Rousseau played 16 games where he had 42 total tackles, 30 solo tackles, 5 sacks, 1 forced fumble, and 4 passes defended. In his three years with the Bills, Rousseau has 17 sacks and 129 tackles. Greg Rousseau was second in terms of tackles on the Bills defensive line last season. 

The Buffalo Bills current defensive ends consists of Greg Rousseau, Von Miller, AJ Epenesa, Javon Solomon, Casey Toohill, Kingsley Jonathan, and Kameron Cline. 

The Buffalo Bills finished their draft with ten new players added to the roster. However, the fun didn’t stop there for General Manager Brandon Beane and company. As they do every year, all 32 NFL teams rushed to sign their favorite undrafted free agents once the draft concluded. Buffalo came away with 11 undrafted free agent signings so far, along with 10 rookie minicamp invites. Let’s take a look at all the new signings and players invited:

Undrafted Free Agents

Southern Miss RB Frank Gore Jr.

We all know legendary running back and former Buffalo Bill, Frank Gore. While his playing time is done, his sons is just getting started. Gore is a 5’8″, 201 lbs back that knows how to find ways through holes and has good contact balance. He’s plays a bit slower than his 40-yard dash time tells, but he should be able to make a good run at the final-53.

Ohio State WR Xavier Johnson Jr.

Xavier Johnson Jr. is a 6’0″, 202 lbs wideout. He’s an exciting player that can do a little bit of everything. He’s not the biggest, fastest, or strongest. Although, he can be a great special teamer – both as a gunner and returner – but he’ll need to work on his receiving attributes, if he wants to fit into an NFL offense.

Tulane WR Lawrence Keys

A smaller receiver, Lawrence Keys comes in at 5’11”, 170 lbs. Keys is a versatile wideout that can take a screen to the house or track a deep ball downfield. He’s a bit undersized, but it’ll be interesting to see if the Bills see him as a special teamer with the potential to be used in creative ways offensively.

Auburn OL Gunner Britton

Britton is a massive lineman coming in at 6’6″, 312 lbs. He has long arms and quick feet while excelling in the passing game. He’ll play through the whistle, but his agility and athleticism limits his ability to be consistently dominant.

Campbell OT Mike Edwards

Edwards is a gigantic tackle that comes in at 6’7″, 355 lbs. He knows how to use his size as he’s not afraid to lay a big hit downfield. His feet are great but his size limits his athletic ability. He’ll need to improve his run block and hasn’t played against top talent, leaving some questions.

Utah OG Keaton Bills

A player that was born to be a Bill. Keaton Bills is a 6’4″, 321 lbs guard that was projected to be a draft pick by many. His feet never stop moving and is very in control of his body while engaged in a block. His size makes it tough for him to consistently get out of his stance. He’s got the name to be in Buffalo, but he’ll need to prove it in camp.

Miami DT Branson Deen

Branson Deen is a 6’2″, 280 lbs defensive tackle that comes in after never playing a full season of college football. He has a good mix of pass rush moves and excels in the run game. He’ll need to stay healthy to make this Bills team but has the ability to be a force despite being a bit undersized at the position.

Houston EDGE David Ugwoegbu

The former Houston edge rusher, David Ugwoegbu, comes in at 6’4″, 250 lbs. David has a long arms and big hands, helping him chase down ball carriers and wrap up. He’ll need to work on angling but also has the ability to be an inside linebacker. The Bills will need to decide how they view him and would like to use him.

Oklahoma EDGE Rondell Bothroyd

Bothroyd is a 6’4″, 277 lbs edge rusher that knows how to get after the quarterback. His quickness off the line stands out and keeps his balance while engaged with blockers. He isn’t elite in any one area and will need to become a very well rounded edge rusher if he wants to have a long career.

Western Michigan CB Keni-H Lovely

Keni-H is an athetic 5’10” corner that is terrific at mirroring wideouts. He has to add some strength to make up for his lack of size, but can go up and get the ball. Lovely is an interesting UDFA that could fit as a depth piece for the Bills that can line up outside and in the slot.

San Diego State P Jack Browning

After being a zero star recruit, Browning finds his way in the NFL after a playing both kicker and punter in college. His versatility could earn him a spot on the practice squad, but it’ll be hard for him to crack the top-53. He has a great leg as a kicker, but is more known for accuracy as a punter.

Rookie Minicamp Invites

• Troy QB Gunnar Watson
• Kansas TE Mason Fairchild
• Wisconsin OL Michael Furtney
• FIU DT Jack Daly
• South Dakota LB Stephen Hillis
• Jacksonville State LB Kolbi Fuqua
• Clemson CB Sheridan Jones
• Arkansas CB Al Walcott
• Furman CB Travis Blackshear
• Syracuse DB Jason Simmons
• UB K Alex McNulty-Romaguera

The Buffalo Bills finalized their 2024 NFL draft with two sixth round picks and a seventh round pick, in which they took two offensive linemen and a cornerback. 

Round 6, Pick 204 

To start off their sixth round the Buffalo Bills selected offensive tackle Tylan Grable out of UCF. 

Grable is a big offensive tackle, standing at 6’ 7” and weighing 290 lbs. Grable will be good OT depth, sitting behind LT Dion Dawkins and a few others as he played LT at UCF. 

Tylan Grable played three years at Jackson State before transferring to UCF for his final two year’s. Grable played every game for UCF while he was there. 

Round 6, Pick 219 

With their second pick in the sixth round, the Buffalo Bills selected cornerback Daequan Hardy out of Penn State. 

Hardy stands at 5’ 9” and weighs 181 lbs. Hardy may be a bit small for a cornerback but he plays bigger than what his size may intel. Daequan Hardy will most likely be a nickel corner in the NFL but also has the ability to play outside if need be. 

In his 2023 season, Hardy had 22 total tackles, 7 passes defended, 1 sack, and 2 interceptions. 

Round 7, Pick 221 

With their final pick in the 204 NFL draft, the Buffalo Bills selected offensive lineman Travis Clayton, a part of the international player pathway out of England. 

Clayton stands at 6’ 7”, weighs 300 lbs, and ran a whopping 4.79 40-yard dash. 

Travis Clayton is a former rugby player who also played tennis and spent significant time boxing.